2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
